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  • Public School Chaplaincy

    Training Christian leaders to serve with emotional, ethical, and spiritual care in public schools—within constitutional, legal, and district guidelines.

    1 Credit • Open-book Quizzes • 180-Day Deadline
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    Are you called to serve students, families, and school communities with calm presence, legal wisdom, and Christlike care in a public school environment?

    This course equips Christian leaders—both volunteer and part-time—to serve as Public School Chaplains in states where chaplaincy roles are now legally permitted, including Florida, Texas, and Louisiana.
    Course Purpose

    With the unique public school environment in mind, this training prepares chaplains to offer emotional, ethical, and spiritual care while honoring the U.S. Constitution and district-specific guidelines.

    Rooted in biblical values, Ministry Sciences, and legal compliance, this course emphasizes a ministry of presence—listening, supporting, and collaborating rather than preaching or proselytizing.

    Students will learn how to serve as trusted, ethical, and effective chaplains who can bring Christlike care into the school setting while respecting diverse beliefs and maintaining professional boundaries.

    Course Overview

    Instructors

    Leadership

    Rev. Chaplain Tom Walcott with Rev. Henry Reyenga

    Course Format

    Learning Pathway

    Open-book quizzes, video lectures, and assigned readings designed to prepare chaplains for school-based ministry within legal and ethical boundaries.

    Degree Credit

    This course is worth 1 academic credit and may be applied toward select degree programs through Christian Leaders College. Students pursuing ministry training through the Christian Leaders Institute may complete this course as part of their academic pathway toward a ministry degree.

    Course Outcomes

    By the end of the course, you will be able to:

    • Understand the Legal Framework: Identify and apply key legislation and serve confidently within First Amendment boundaries, respecting religious neutrality and parental rights.
    • Apply FERPA and Confidentiality Standards: Uphold federal and school-specific guidelines on student privacy and use the need-to-know principle when documenting or sharing information.
    • Operate Within Ethical and Non-Proselytizing Boundaries: Offer spiritual care that is invitational, not coercive, and engage respectfully with students from all religious and cultural backgrounds.
    • Respond to Emotional and Mental Health Needs: Recognize trauma indicators, anxiety, depression, and crisis in youth and use Ministry Sciences-based emotional support and active listening skills.
    • Collaborate with School Staff and Administration: Work as a trusted support presence on interdisciplinary teams, make effective referrals, and partner with counselors without overstepping role boundaries.

    Course Requirements

    Required: View all video lectures and complete assigned readings.
    Quizzes: Open-book • 75-minute time limit • 1 attempt per quiz.

    Passing & Grading

    Passing Requirement: Your average for the course must be at least 60%. Otherwise, you will fail the class and will receive no credit.
    LetterPercent LetterPercent LetterPercent
    A93–100%A-90–92%B+87–89%
    B83–86%B-80–82%C+77–79%
    C73–76%C-70–72%D+67–69%
    D63–66%D-60–62%F0–59%

    Deadline

    Deadline: 180 days from enrollment. If not completed, you will be unenrolled and must restart the course to receive credit.

    Final Feedback Form

    Your last requirement will be a feedback form to help us improve this course for future students. Please make note of any suggestions as you study.

    Explore the Full Program

    This course is part of the Public School Chaplain Program and contributes to the training required for ordination recognition with the Christian Leaders Alliance. Training is provided through the Christian Leaders Institute.

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